A tour of the Cap d'Antibes

A lovely walk on the coastal path of the Cap d'Antibes. Very well laid-out, it offers superb views of the Antibes coast as well as a few architectural masterpieces such as the Château de la Croé and the Villa Eilenroc.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 4.95 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 30 
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    Difficulty: Easy

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    Return to departure point: Yes
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    Vertical gain: + 40 m
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    Vertical drop: - 35 m

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    Highest point: 36 m
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    Lowest point: 0 m

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Description of the walk

(S/E) Garoupe beach, Chemin de la Garoupe is the departure of this walk in Antibes.
From Chemin de la Garoupe (path), enter the beach and go right (eastward).

(1) At the end of the beach, follow the coastal road to the left and pass in front of the buildings. Continue along the path remaining close to the sea.

(2) Walk along a wall once you have passed the door through the rock protruding into the sea, and then go to the Cap Gros along the edge of the sea.

(3) Go left along the wall to get closer to the sea and continue on the path. Pass the Château de la Croé then climb up on the right via the Chemin des Douaniers. Follow the edge of the Château de la Croé grounds and at the end, turn left then right along the path.

(4) At the crossing, turn left then left again after a hundred meters to look at the Villa Eilenroc. Retrace your steps and continue straight along the Avenue Mrs Beaumont until the boulevard.

(5) Take the Boulevard John Fitzgerald Kennedy on the right, then turn immediately right on the Avenue Tour Gandolphe. Follow this avenue until the roundabout and go straight over onto the Avenue André Sella. Follow it to return to the Garoupe beach and your starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1 m - Departure from Plage de la Garoupe
  2. 1 : km 0.08 - alt. 2 m - Follow the coastal path along the buildings
  3. 2 : km 0.78 - alt. 4 m - Passage under the rock
  4. 3 : km 1.43 - alt. 7 m - Turn left onto coastal road
  5. 4 : km 2.96 - alt. 30 m - Turn left onto a surfaced road
  6. 5 : km 3.95 - alt. 32 m - Take the boulevard to the right
  7. S/E : km 4.95 - alt. 1 m - Back to La Garoupe beach

Practical information

Attention
Most of the route (between the starting point and the departure and the Château La Croé) is exposed to the sun, especially in the morning. You walk on rocks, stone, along the edge of the sea and a stone wall, without any shade, where the sun is amplified by the reflection. The route is not long but can be difficult if you don't handle the heat well.
Wear a hat or cap, take lots of water and particularly sunscreen. Don't take this path in rough weather, it is Dangerous.

In the nearby area

The city of Antibes as well as the port and its amazing boats
The tower
The Château de la Croé, an architectural masterpiece
The Villa Eilenroc
The colour of the sea!

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 73 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
gillestruchot@sfr.fr
gillestruchot@sfr.fr

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

Very popular path, although out of season. Beautiful views, it's a shame we have to walk along a wall, but hey, we're on the Côte d'Azur ...

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Emmanuel Nice
Emmanuel Nice

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 22, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

A very popular route, especially on the coastal path.
Beautiful panoramic views over Nice and the Bay of Villefranche

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milhu
milhu

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 13, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A very pretty walk with varied views of the sea and rocks. The start on the beach is in full sunshine and punctuated by steps and rocky passages. Remember to wear good footwear. Not necessarily easy for young children or people with limited mobility. The second half of the route is shaded and easier to walk, even if there are occasional steep climbs. The reward is a sublime view of the sea and the coves, with the possibility of a refreshing swim! The balconies of La Croë and the gardens of the Eden Roc villa are a delight to visit. It was very busy in August, but it's worth repeating the trip outside the tourist season, so you can immerse yourself in the sublime nature of the area.

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Caro973
Caro973

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 11, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

A pleasant walk in the rock, along the coast ... to be done very early in the summer as the 1st part is not shaded ... bring your swimming costume to cool off if you feel like it ... we continued along the coast to pass Eilen Rock and other sandy beaches for a total of 1h20.... quietly

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Béalainaub
Béalainaub

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Magnificent walk

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Pedro49
Pedro49

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

Lots of people at the start, but less as you get further away and there are steps!
Concrete almost all the time, easy to walk on!
Inaccessible in stormy weather!

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Patos1960
Patos1960

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Mar 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Very nice little walk

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Elony
Elony

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 03, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pleasant ride on a fine day, but beware of the weather! The route is closed in the event of heavy seas...

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jloup63
jloup63

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 01, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Nice, but some areas require at least trainers.

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Lo77
Lo77

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Very nice seaside walk in the last week of August = few people on the sections near the swimming spots.
The route is not very shady, so bring water 💦 and a cap 🧢.

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gaudin.laclette
gaudin.laclette

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 22, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A short, very easy walk by the sea. Very pleasant, very well signposted.

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cléwow
cléwow

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Magnificent walking route, 100% recommended. There are lots of little places to rest along the way. At sunset, there was no-one around, so it was perfect.

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OLIVIER Eliane
OLIVIER Eliane

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Very well equipped and magnificent scenery. Avoid rough sea days!

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cotin
cotin

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

very popular route during the holiday period
Great weather but a lot of mist which limited the extent of the panorama.
Easy route for all levels.

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phidet
phidet

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 08, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A superb walk along the coastal path, especially in the choppy sea and beautiful sunshine. The path is beautifully laid out.

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